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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chiang Mai to Vang Vieng

Composite routes from Chiang Mai to Vang Vieng

Cheapest
10 h 45 min
Car
680 km.
from $37
Other
6 h 19 min
Bus, Plane
360 km.
from $128.71
25 h
360 km.
from $54.04
16 h 40 min
360 km.
from $42.35
9 h 9 min
Bus, Plane
360 km.
from $143.62
5 h 20 min
Bus, Plane
363 km.
from $128.95
25 h
364 km.
from $56.04
16 h 40 min
364 km.
from $44.74
8 h 10 min
Bus, Plane
363 km.
from $133.91

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$331.20–$2,675.10

Myanmar Airways International

Website:
maiair.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$121.02–$191.08

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.78–$267.51

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$382.16

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$292.99
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$700.62

Bus operators

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Email:
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Luang
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$39.49

Soutchai Travel

Phone:
+856 21 254512-5
Email:
Website:
soutchaitravel.com/
Bus from Vientiane to Vang
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$16.56

Orsuksa Tour

Phone:
084-2626003
Website:
easybook.com/bus/operator/orsuksa-tour-thailand?source=rome2rio
Bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Nong
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.13

Vieng Chaleune

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/vieng-chaleune?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjN8aG86MiwyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTgwNGItNjE5NS03MWUwLTkwMTQtZmUyZTE1YTIwN2Q2LA
Bus from Luang Prabang Southern Terminal to Vang
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.09

Train operators

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Luang Prabang station to Van
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$127.39

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng is to bus via Nong Khai which costs $40.22 - $45.65 and takes 16h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng is to fly and train which takes 6h 19m and costs $97.83 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai (Station) and Vang Vieng?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng. However, there are services departing from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal and arriving at Vang Vieng Laos via Nong Khai and Vientiane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 40m.

How far is it from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng?

The distance between Chiang Mai (Station) and Vang Vieng is 501 km. The road distance is 676.5 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng without a car is to bus via Nong Khai which takes 16h 40m and costs $40.22 - $45.65 .

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng?

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng bus from?

Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng bus services, operated by Orsuksa Tour, depart from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng bus arrive?

Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng bus services, operated by Orsuksa Tour, arrive at Nong Khai station.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng is 677 km. It takes approximately 10h 49m to drive from Chiang Mai (Station) to Vang Vieng.

Where can I stay near Vang Vieng?

There are 148+ hotels available in Vang Vieng. Prices start at $3.99 per night.
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